Knitted squares help NICU newborns bond with family
Families in the NICU at the Grey Nuns Community Hospital receive handmade knitted bonding squares, blankets and toques to help them during their stay.
December 20, 2018
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Christmas decorating is part of stroke therapy
Client in stroke program sets therapy goals for Christmas
December 17, 2018
Tree of Hope service provides support to those grieving
Tree of Hope service provides comfort and support during a time of grief and loss.
December 13, 2018
Helping children breathe easier
Children’s health clinic contributes to WHO report about air pollution and child health
December 10, 2018
Mural celebrates hospital's roots in the community
Patients, volunteers, staff and community members painted individual tiles to help create a mural mosaic for the Grey Nuns Community Hospital.
December 6, 2018
Misericordia hospital awarded baby-friendly designation
The Misericordia Community Hospital has received the World Health Organization's baby-friendly designation.
December 3, 2018
Notre héritage français
Les premières sœurs qui sont arrivées en Alberta étaient françaises.
November 27, 2018
Celebrating Dr. Fred MacDonald
Dr. Fred MacDonald made many contributions to health care, including opening the Centre for Lung Health at the Edmonton General Continuing Care Centre. His many
November 26, 2018
Keeping seniors connected
As Canada’s population ages, more seniors are at risk of isolation.
November 21, 2018
Five things you need to know about pressure injuries
Many people refer to them as bedsores, and they are more serious than many of us realize. The good news is most pressure injuries are preventable.
November 15, 2018
Driving safely with diabetes
When someone with diabetes takes insulin, they need to take extra care when driving. Learn the steps to take to drive safely.
November 14, 2018
The tiniest superhero
Babies in the NICU at the Grey Nuns Community Hospital receive Halloween costumes made by two registered nurses.
October 31, 2018
Too few women know the facts about menopause
Free seminars at the Grey Nuns Community Hospital provide insight on menopause symptoms and treatment.
October 30, 2018
Program supports families who miscarry
A simple blue butterfly on a doorway signals a devastating loss for the people inside.
October 22, 2018
Helping people live and die well
The theme for the 2018 Palliative Research and Education Day in Edmonton is compassionate communities, a holistic model of palliative care
October 17, 2018
Vulnerable residents find a home in long-term care
A Lethbridge woman is one of the first to live in a newly opened long-term care facility designed for people with a history of mental illness or addiction.
October 15, 2018
Six ways to get more from your medical appointment
How ready are you for your medical appointment? Most of us would benefit from preparing for medical appointments, says Tawnya Williamson
October 10, 2018
Cycling Without Age
Chateau Vitaline residents enjoy bike rides thanks to a specialized, three-wheeled bicycle called a trishaw.
October 3, 2018
Get the flu shot
Influenza doesn’t know any boundaries. See why some people choose to get the flu shot.
October 1, 2018
Hospice wedding fulfills last wish
Penny Yake and Derek Werner were married for just 36 hours when Derek died of cancer.
September 24, 2018
